All the credit for this recipe goes to Jef, who, when I was recovering from surgery a few months ago took over the cooking duties for a few days. This recipe is a result of his cooking adventures. For the Salad: 1 lb Orzo Pasta 4 cups halved Cherry or Grape Tomatoes 2 cups crumbled …
Getting all the juicing and zesting and pounding done ahead shaves time off this recipe and makes it do-able for a weeknight. Chicken Piccata 4-6 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Salt and Pepper 1 cup Flour 2 tablespoons to 1/4 cup Garlic Flavored Olive Oil 2 Lemons 1 tablespoon Capers 1 cup Chicken Stock 1 tablespoon …
As you know, I love the internet. In this series I’ll show you the bloggers, vlogers and websites I get inspiration from. Meet Joy Joy is a self taught baker from L.A. Oh boy does she bake! I run over to her site every time I need a great recipe that requires little fuss.
Wait, where are you going? Get back here! At the risk of sounding like your Mother, have you tried escargot yet? All those who have, and didn’t like it are free to go. Everyone else, just hear me out. Escargot is a farmed ingredient, like chicken for example. People don’t just go picking up snails …
There’s some sort of sporting event being televised on Sunday. Best you have some game food ready. 2 lbs chicken wings/drumettes 1 cup golden syrup or honey 1/2 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 tablespoon hot Chinese chili sauce 1 tablespoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds …
This dish is high on my list of comfort foods. It’s so versatile you can put anything you have on hand in it. Also, it’s surprisingly quick and easy. 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup diced onion 2 cloves garlic (minced) 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 2 teaspoons fresh thyme 2 cups arborio …
Apparently there’s a football game or something on tonight. This is one of those party foods that look hard but are very simple. Make a lot they will go fast! 1 package pitted dates 1/2 cup goats cheese or blue cheese 1 package bacon (I use center cut) Heat oven to 400 degrees Stuff the …
You guys, I had a great cocktail tonight. It’s called “The Bing and Bowie” Then I had to explain to the kids why it’s called that. They thought it was pretty cool. Here’s the recipe: The Bing and Bowie Martini 1 part lemon vodka 1 part triple sec 1 part blood orange or clementine juice …
More than any recipe, this is the one that terrifies novice and seasoned cooks alike. You can breathe easy. I’ve figured out the hard stuff so you can be the hero. Thanksgiving Turkey 1 (18-20 lb.) turkey 1 stick unsalted butter (room temperature) 2 lemons (quartered) 1 whole head of garlic (halved) 1 tablespoon salt …
Brining your turkey is the best way to add flavor and ensure tender meat. Turkey Brine Dry ingredients: 2 cups kosher salt 2 cups brown sugar 10 whole cloves 10 cardamom pods 1 tablespoon sliced fresh ginger 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 whole nutmeg (slightly crushed) 1 …
Kathleen Rear 